Media images are extremely powerful forces in modern American society. These images with which we are constantly bombarded by living in a capitalistic society can without a word portray to millions messages of prejudice, love, hate, happiness,...

This research focuses on the role of pictures in elementary mathematics, specifically algebra. The participants in the study were elementary algebra students in Math 099 at Central Connecticut State University, chosen for this study based on their...

This study investigated whether using concrete mathematics manipulatives affected student achievement in factoring second-degree polynomials. The 16 day study included 64 high school sophomores in four different Algebra II classes in a suburban...

Alliance College -- History; Polish Americans -- Education -- United States; Universities and colleges -- Pennsylvania -- Cambridge Springs; Polish National Alliance of the United States of North America

The estimated population in Connecticut is 3,510,297 and ranks 4th in life expectancy at an average age of 78.7 years. As the population ages, the incidence of Alzheimer's disease is expected to rise proportionately. In Connecticut, there are over...

American Dream in literature.; American literature--New York (State)--New York--Minority authors.

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in English."; Thesis Advisor: Robert Dunne.; M.A.,Central Connecticut State University,,2013.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 77-81).

Over fifty years after its introduction into clinical practice, succinylcholine is still the only depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent used in this country today. It is highly favored in the clinical practice of anesthesia because of its rapid...

his study examined the effectiveness of a standard ankle taping in restricting range of motion during exercise. Male and Female Students (n=15) were selected from the Central Connecticut State University Physical Education and Human Performance...

This study investigated how a modified curriculum for the artistically talented affected the drawing performance of eight middle school students in heterogeneous art rooms. This study was undertaken because I was concerned about the lack of...

This study involved the development of a comprehensive art education curriculum for the Professional Studies area of the Molepolole College of Education in Botswana. The curriculum will provide students with the ability to understand and appreciate...

Thesis advisor: Dr. Cheryl Watson.; "Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science."; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,1999; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 38-41).

Autism has many definitions, but its most specific definition describes it as a developmental disorder that affects verbal and non-verbal communication as well as social interaction. It affects a person’s ability to respond appropriately to their...

There is limited research on the influence of extra-legal factors on bail decisions, and fewer studies that attempt to understand the complexity of these decisions. This study utilized existing data from the Connecticut Judicial Branch to examine...

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Masters of Science in Physical Education."; Thesis advisors: Kimberly Kostelis & Katherine Pirog.; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,,2014.; Includes bibliographical...

The number of encounters between black bears (Ursus americanus) and people is increasing in Connecticut. This increase necessitates management planning, which cannot occur until the actual population size of black bears has been determined. A...

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Psychology."; M.A.,Central Connecticut State University,,2014.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 31-37).

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in Counselor Education."; Thesis advisor: Connie Tait.; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,,2013.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 26-33).